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Mechanicsburg | Messiah Lifeways

Mechanicsburg | Messiah Lifeways

Since 2011, U-GRO has served as the daycare and preschool operator for Messiah Lifeways at Messiah Village, a continuing care retirement community in Mechanicsburg. Our curriculum includes an intergenerational program with “grandfriends," which combines their talents and life skills in daily and special events. Conveniently located off Route 15, this facility makes it easy to serve the needs of employee families as well as our surrounding communities.

100 Mt. Allen Drive
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055

(717) 796-8157

Monday through Friday
6 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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100 Mt. Allen Drive
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055

(717) 796-8157

Monday through Friday
6 a.m. to 6 p.m.

With a bachelor’s degree in human development & family science and over 6 years of experience, Alex joined the U-GRO family in 2017. Prior to becoming a director, Alex spent time as a toddler and Pre-K teacher as well as serving as an assistant director. "I wholeheartedly believe in the value of a positive preschool experience and treasure every creative, compassionate, and chaotic moment in the adventures of early childhood education! Our staff are consistently finding new ways to educate our children in a fun and exciting way, while incorporating Spanish, sign-language, and our grandfriends!"
With a bachelor’s degree in human development & family science and over 6 years of experience, Alex joined the U-GRO family in 2017. Prior to becoming a director, Alex spent time as a toddler and Pre-K teacher as well as serving as an assistant director. "I wholeheartedly believe in the value of a positive preschool experience and treasure every creative, compassionate, and chaotic moment in the adventures of early childhood education! Our staff are consistently finding new ways to educate our children in a fun and exciting way, while incorporating Spanish, sign-language, and our grandfriends!"

Curriculum

We offer full- and part-time programs for children 6 weeks to 6 years old, two to five days a week. All educational and childcare programs are conducted in age-appropriate classes that promote small class sizes.

Center Features

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  • 8 classrooms with cozy atmosphere
  • Life Skills programs
  • Intergenerational programming with Messiah Lifeways residents
  • Secure and separate infant & toddler and preschool outdoor gross motor spaces
  • Secure access and sign-in system
  • 2017 Harrisburg Magazine Readers’ Choice Winner Best Childcare!
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Location Reviews


Mechanicsburg, PA
The teachers are so invested in our children's health, well-being, and development. The Director is so friendly, very communicative, and always makes time for parents.
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Mechanicsburg, PA
Miss Alex is amazing caring genuinely cares about the little ones and knows how to run and operate a daycare. Hands down a amazing experience so far and our daughter loves it.
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Mechanicsburg, PA
The teachers appear happy to greet my child each day and they are caring ladies. I like the app to help know what’s going on during the day. The keypad does need to be replaced, as the numbers are wearing out. The directors are helpful too.
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Dillsburg, PA
I feel my child has acquired foundational skills to prepare her for kindergarten
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Mechanicsburg, PA
The staff is wonderful, the facility is clean and organized and my daughter has always enjoyed being there. We have had a wonderful experience with each year at UGRO!
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Mechanicsburg, PA
U-gro provides a safe, caring, and very active learning environment for my children. I couldn’t be happier with the care that they provide!!
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Mechanicsburg, PA
The teachers are caring, wonderful people. Each and every one of them. Our daughter has learned so much and we are so grateful!
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Lewisberry, PA
The caring staff, numerous activities outside the classroom, fitness fun, Pathfinders, good communication with parents
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Dillsburg, PA
The staff are friendly and knowledgeable. I like being able to see real time updates throughout the day. The variety of activities available is a plus.
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Mechanicsburg, PA
I love knowing my child is safe & well cared for during the day while I'm at work.
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Daily Schedule

  • Preschool
  • Toddler
Open-9:00 a.m.

Arrival (Breakfast until 8:00 a.m.)
Free Choice Learning Play
Art Experience

9:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

Together Time: Morning Meeting, Language Experience
Story time
AM Snack
Learning Stations
Outside Play
Together Time: Letter of the Week Activity
Music and Movement

11:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Lunch

12:00 p.m.-12:30 p.m.

Songs and Finger Plays
Story Time

12:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m.

    Nap Time

2:30 p.m.-4:15 p.m.

    Wake Up
    PM Snack
    Outside Play
    Together Time: Theme or Project Activity

4:15 p.m.-5:30 p.m.

    Free Choice and Small Group Activities
    Story time
    Teacher Directed Activity
    Songs and Finger Plays

5:30 p.m.-Close

    Table Activities

Open-9:30 a.m.

Arrival (Breakfast until 8:00 a.m.)
Free Choice Learning Play
Diapering/Pottying (every 2 hours)
Art Experience
Readiness Skills Activity
Together Time: Language Experience, Songs & Finger Plays
Story Time

9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

AM Snack
Diapering/Pottying (every 2 hours)
Free Choice and Small Group Activities
Outside Play or Walk
Together Time: Theme Related Activity
Music and Movement

11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

Lunch
Diapering/Pottying (every 2 hours)
Story Time
Nap Time

2:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m.

    Wake Up
    Diapering/Pottying (every 2 hours)
    PM Snack
    Outside Play or Walk
    Together Time: Math Concept Activity

4:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m.

    Free Choice and Small Group Activities
    Diapering/Pottying (every 2 hours)
    Teacher Directed Activity
    Songs and Fingerplays
    Story Time

5:30 p.m.-Close

    Table Activities

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